1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1989 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |